Bill > HB4451

This bill amends Michigan's labor law to expand protections for workers during labor disputes by prohibiting employers from offering permanent replacement status or employment preferences to individuals who work during a labor dispute, while disadvantaging employees who were originally part of the workforce and engaged in collective bargaining activities. Specifically, the bill modifies existing language to clarify that employers cannot discriminate against employees who participate in labor organization activities, initiate or interfere with labor organizations, or retaliate against workers for participating in labor-related proceedings. The new provisions explicitly prevent employers from granting preferential treatment to replacement workers over original employees who were involved in a labor dispute, exercised their right to collective bargaining, and are willing to return to work. This change aims to protect workers' rights to engage in collective bargaining and strike activities without fear of being permanently replaced or losing their job status. The bill maintains the existing framework of labor relations law while adding more specific protections for workers during labor disputes.

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